Design and installation of a solid-state, pre-set stage lighting system, utilizing the triac : a creative project

This creative project concerns itself with the design and installation of a unique light control system for the contemporary theatre. The project begins with a study of light control devices previously used in the theatre and a study of requirements for a light control system utilizing recent electronic advances. Most recently, a new solid-state device, the Triac, has become available. This crevice allows for considerable power consumption in a rather confined or limited space and is fully capable of being remote controlled. The completed dimming units are located adjacent to the light instruments on the battens. Each light is is capable of being individually controlled permitting maximum flexibility. The control panel is basically a three scene pre-set model possessing four submasters, master, and line options for all control circuits in all three scenes. The patch panel feature low power signal distribution rather than high power line voltages. Installation of the new system is a vital element of the project and has been realized at Anderson College where the author teaches.Thesis (M.A.